I watched two WSU graduations today via webcast. At 1530 was the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences ceremony which I watched for two reasons -- Paul was posthumously being awarded his master of arts in English literature, and Lynlee was being awarded her bachelor of arts in _____ (please fill in the blank, L). Women's studies? Then at 1900, Naomi received her MA in communication sciences and disorders from the College of Health Professions.
Lynlee -- You are one of the most amazing women I know. You put yourself through school while raising your incredible child on your own AND birthing four beautiful babies to start three families. And you still got your BA in five years. Superwoman? I think so. Love you, and thanks for "whooping."
Nay -- You are another one of the most amazing women I know. Remember those days when you used to say you were scared of going to college, mainly because of algebra? Remember how you used to say the honor cords were for "brainiacs" like me, that you'd never graduate with one? Then two years ago, not only did you graduate with your BA, you did it with that gold cord around your neck. Remember also how you used to say you'd NEVER get a masters? Now look at you -- graduated and hooded and ready to be a "for real" speech pathologist. I'm beyond proud of you. I love you.
Pauley -- I know I don't need to say that I would've preferred to have seen you go across that stage rather than Mom and Dad. Mere words can't convey the joy and pain I felt watching them go up to accept your diploma, but I don't need words since now you can read my heart as easily as you used to read Shakespeare, Chaucer, and Donne. I love you.
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